Tuesday, March 20, 2007: Day one went quick and without any problems. 13 hours in a mini-van made for smooth sailing as Broad Street Young arrived safely at the First Presbyterian Church of New Orleans.  We did however, stop for dinner a mile from the church--Some good southern BBQ with greens, corn bread and mac n' cheese.  MMMMM-Good. 

        Simply to make this quick and as we are exhausted, we wanted you all to know how shocked we all were by the devastation still visible to us as we drove down I-10 into New Orleans. Tons of retail businesses in disrepair, huge apartments still untouched and mounds of trash can easily be seen on many streets. We look forward with anticipation as to how we will be used this week.  Whether helping repair things in this beautiful church or going out in the neighborhood to work on a house, we are extremely aware that we are needed here. Glad you are with us in spirit and prayers. 

Talk to you you tomorrow-

peace-

Jessie, Will, Graham and Jason